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201593 minNot Rateddocumentary

6.8/ 10(7 ratings)• TMDB

Pacific Warriors

201593 minNot Rateddocumentary

6.8/ 10(7 ratings)• TMDB

Rugby teams from Tonga, Samoa, and Fiji illustrate how the sport shapes national pride and identity in the Pacific Islands.

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Rugby teams from Tonga, Samoa, and Fiji illustrate how the sport shapes national pride and identity in the Pacific Islands.

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James Marquanddirector

Brian Cox

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Tonga, Samoa, and Fiji are central to the story of rugby in the Pacific Islands. Players from these nations share their experiences on and off the field. The film features personal stories and interviews that reveal how rugby shapes community identity and national pride. Challenges faced by teams and athletes are also addressed. Directed by James Marquand, Pacific Warriors runs for 93 minutes and presents a vivid portrait of rugby's role in Pacific culture.

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